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Gambell ads and local notes from Pella area
Local notes report cash or merchandise paid for eggs at Gambell's with frequent visits to Des Moines and nearby towns. Residents like Miss Edna VerPloeg and Mrs. G L Rhysdam are noted visitors. Several townspeople travel to Oskaloosa Knoxville Des Moines Leighton and Fairmount for events and shopping. A doctor update, a surgery on Henry Den Adel, and community tips pepper the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Synhorst
Joe Rhynsburger
Des Moines
H. P. ‘Vander Meulen
Muntingh
M. W. VanDoornink
M. M. Hammel
Henry den Adel
Mr. DenAdel
DenAdel
Gambell